Aging in Place Conversations: What Industry Experts Have to Say

By Tara Ballman et al

Book Overview

Fantastic opportunities await the well prepared, those committed to preserving the dignity and independence for themselves and those they love. Many less prepared will be swept up by the perfect storm that is just beginning to brew.

Things that make living enjoyable and rewarding get harder with time unless we actively plan for ways to keep them fun and easy longer.

Learn from top experts who work with older adults. Whether you're just starting your retirement journey, the child of a widow, or a seasoned lifelong learner, this book provides answers to top questions encountered when developing an Aging-in-Place plan.

National Aging in Place Council
Contributing Authors

Tara Ballman
Bonnie Dobbs
Scott Fulton
Mary Kay Furiasse
Ronnie Genser
C. Vicki Gold
Fritzi Gros-Daillon
Sue Haviland
Peter Klamkin
Gina Knight
Ryan McEniff
Andriana Mendez
Amy Miller
Wayne Mitchell
Courtney Nalty
Deanne O'Rear Cameron
Carmen Perry-Tevaga
Julianne Rizzo
Steve Toll
Julia Uhll

Table of Contents

Preface

Acknowledgements

How to Use This Book

1 What Does Aging in Place Mean?

2 The Five Pillars of Aging
Pillar 1: Housing
Pillar 2: Health and Wellness
Pillar 3: Personal Finance
Pillar 4: Transportation
Pillar 5: Community and Social Interaction

3 Twelve Actions to Prepare for a Safer Future

4 What Should You Do Next?

Biographical Index of Contributing Authors

Notes and Additional Resources

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1590942604
• ISBN13: 9781590942604
• Release Date: September 2022
• Publisher: Jawbone Publishing Corporation
• Length: 230 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"